Advocate I

ncdoi.gov

Morganton, North Carolina, USA
Salary range: $43,267.00 - $75,718.00; recruitment...
1st shift (8:00 am - 5:00 pm), monday – friday, with after-hours and holiday on-call coverage.
Investigative process skills
Resident rights knowledge
Oral and written communication skills
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking an Advocate I to provide technical and administrative support regarding the rights of residents in state-operated healthcare facilities. The role involves investigating rights violations, providing training and education, and acting as a liaison with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulations

Job Summary

  • The Advocate protects the rights of those served at state-operated healthcare facilities through investigations into abuse, neglect, exploitation, and other rights violations.
  • The Advocate provides training for residents, families, facility staff, and Human Rights Committee members and serves on various committees and workgroups.
  • The position functions as a liaison to multiple state and local agencies, including the Human Rights Committee, Disability Rights NC, and local Police and Sheriff Departments.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking an Advocate I to provide technical and administrative support regarding the rights of residents in state-operated healthcare facilities. The role involves investigating rights violations, providing training and education, and acting as a liaison with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulations.

Salary

Salary Range: $43,267.00 - $75,718.00; Recruitment Range: $43,267.00 - $75,718.00; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Investigative process skills
  • Resident rights knowledge
  • Oral and written communication skills
  • Collaboration with clinical disciplines
  • Interpreting rules and regulations

Nice-to-have

  • Independent and objective evaluation
  • Working with diverse populations
  • Developing/revising procedures
  • After-hours on-call coverage

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree and 2 years of experience OR Bachelor's degree and 3-4 years of experience
  • Experience in human services programs
  • Experience investigating abuse and neglect
  • Must have US work authorization

Work Rights

Must have US work authorization

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter